Hypertension Quiz
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What is the definition of prehypertension?

  • Systolic BP below 120 mm Hg and diastolic BP below 80 mm Hg
  • Systolic BP above 160 mm Hg and diastolic BP above 100 mm Hg
  • Systolic BP of 120 to 139 mm Hg or diastolic BP of 80 to 89 mm Hg (correct)
  • Systolic BP of 140 to 159 mm Hg or diastolic BP of 90 to 99 mm Hg
  • What are the potential complications of untreated hypertension?

  • Anemia and osteoporosis
  • Heart disease, kidney disease, and stroke (correct)
  • Liver disease and lung disease
  • Diabetes and arthritis
  • How many Americans are affected by hypertension?

  • 50 million
  • 100 million
  • 80 million
  • 65 million (correct)
  • What is the increased risk of cardiovascular disease for individuals with prehypertension?

    <p>2 to 3-fold increased risk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main approach to managing hypertension?

    <p>Lifestyle modifications and drug therapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Hypertension: Understanding Blood Pressure Categories

    • Hypertension affects 65 million Americans and over 1 billion people worldwide
    • Left untreated, hypertension can lead to heart disease, kidney disease, and stroke
    • Lifestyle modifications and drug therapy can reduce both BP and the risk of long-term complications
    • Hypertension cannot be cured, only symptoms can be reduced
    • Blood pressure categories define four BP categories: Normal, Prehypertension, Stage 1 Hypertension, and Stage 2 Hypertension
    • Normal BP is systolic BP below 120 mm Hg and diastolic BP below 80 mm Hg
    • Prehypertension is systolic BP of 120 to 139 mm Hg or diastolic BP of 80 to 89 mm Hg
    • BP in the prehypertension range carries an increased risk of cardiovascular disease
    • Those with BP in the prehypertension range have a 2- to 3-fold increased risk of cardiovascular disease
    • The text mentions Dr. Ihab Alkhalifa
    • Treatment program for hypertension involves lifestyle modifications and drug therapy
    • Hypertension can lead to heart disease, kidney disease, and stroke if left untreated

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    Test your knowledge about hypertension with this quiz. Learn about the risk factors, symptoms, complications, and treatment options for this common chronic disorder that affects millions of people worldwide.

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